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== How Do Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs Help With Treatment Costs? ==

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Manufacturer patient assistance programs can provide free medication to qualified patients, though federal anti-kickback laws prevent Medicare beneficiaries from using manufacturer copay cards directly. Independent foundations like HealthWell, Patient Access Network, and CancerCare Co-Payment Assistance Foundation offer grants to help with medication copays for patients meeting income requirements, typically up to 500% of federal poverty level.

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